2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Jaguar XJ8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2008 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 160 kg more than 2008 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Jaguar XJ8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | BMW | Jaguar |
Model | X5 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 305 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3170 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 85 L |